Functions of Management MCQs

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Q101.
What type of decisions are usually reserved at higher levels of an organization?

a.

Decisions with short-term implications

b.

Decisions with long-term implications

c.

Decisions with no implications

d.

Decisions with financial implications

Discuss
Answer: (b).Decisions with long-term implications Explanation:Matters on which the decision makes a long-term commitment are usually reserved at higher levels.
Q102.
Which of the below is correct with regards to selling?

a.

It is a line function

b.

It is a staff function

c.

It is both a line as well as staff function

d.

It is neither a line nor a staff function

Discuss
Answer: (a).It is a line function Explanation:Selling can be considered as line function. Selling involves activities that are directly related to generating revenue and profits for the organization. Sales people are typically part of the organization's sales force, which is directly responsible for generating revenue through the sale of products or services.
Q103.
What is delegation?

a.

A process by which a manager passes on the responsibility to achieve certain results to his sub-ordinate

b.

A process by which a manager passes on the authority to make decisions to his sub-ordinate

c.

A process by which a manager passes on the responsibility to achieve certain results and the authority to make decisions to his sub-ordinate

d.

A process by which a manager assigns a task to his sub-ordinate

Discuss
Answer: (c).A process by which a manager passes on the responsibility to achieve certain results and the authority to make decisions to his sub-ordinate Explanation:Delegation is the process by which a manager passes on to his sub-ordinate, the authority to make decisions and the responsibility to achieve certain results. It involves giving the sub-ordinate some discretion to decide how to achieve the objective, as well as the authority to decide on the resources needed to achieve it.
Q104.
Is instruction to perform a certain task delegation?

a.

Yes

b.

No

c.

May be Yes or No

d.

Can't say

Discuss
Answer: (b).No Explanation:Instruction to perform a certain task is not delegation. While it involves assigning a task to someone, it does not involve passing on the authority to make decisions or the responsibility to achieve certain results.
Q105.
What is the difference between responsibility in a delegated task and a non-delegated task?

a.

Responsibility is at a minimal level in a delegated task

b.

Responsibility is higher in a delegated task

c.

Responsibility is the same in a delegated and a non-delegated task

d.

Responsibility is not applicable in a delegated task

Discuss
Answer: (b).Responsibility is higher in a delegated task Explanation:In a delegated task, the sub-ordinate is given the responsibility to achieve a certain objective, and has some discretion in deciding how to achieve it. This level of responsibility is higher than in a non-delegated task, where the responsibility may be limited to performing a specific task without much discretion.
Q106.
Is authority and responsibility attached to a role or a person?

a.

Attached to a role

b.

Attached to a person

c.

Both attached to a role and a person

d.

Neither attached to a role nor a person

Discuss
Answer: (a).Attached to a role Explanation:Authority and responsibility are determined when the structure is determined, and are attached to a role that a person is occupying. However, what is delegated goes beyond these, and is delegated to a person and not to a role.
Q107.
Is delegation for a specific period or indefinite?

a.

Indefinite

b.

For a specific period

c.

Depends on the nature of the delegation

d.

None of the above

Discuss
Answer: (b).For a specific period Explanation:Delegation is for a specific period. What is delegated may be what normally would be part of the senior's role, but is delegated to a person for a specific period of time.
Q108.
Which of the following best defines delegation?

a.

It is the process by which a manager passes on to his subordinate the authority to make decisions and the responsibility to achieve certain results.

b.

It is the act of instructing someone to perform a certain task.

c.

It is the act of giving someone a new job position.

d.

It is the act of supervising someone's work.

Discuss
Answer: (a).It is the process by which a manager passes on to his subordinate the authority to make decisions and the responsibility to achieve certain results. Explanation:Delegation can be defined as the process by which a manager passes on to his subordinate the authority to make decisions and the responsibility to achieve certain results.
Q109.
What is the difference between delegation and assigning tasks?

a.

Delegation involves telling a subordinate what to achieve, while assigning tasks involves passing on a specific job to be done.

b.

Delegation involves passing on authority and responsibility, while assigning tasks only involves giving a specific job to be done.

c.

Delegation involves assigning tasks to a subordinate, while assigning tasks involves telling a subordinate what to achieve.

d.

There is no difference between delegation and assigning tasks.

Discuss
Answer: (b).Delegation involves passing on authority and responsibility, while assigning tasks only involves giving a specific job to be done. Explanation:Delegation involves passing on both authority and responsibility to achieve certain results, while assigning tasks only involves giving a specific job to be done.
Q110.
What are some benefits of delegation?

a.

It improves a subordinate's experience and gives senior managers additional time to concentrate on jobs that require their attention.

b.

It helps to decrease the workload of senior managers and increases their control over subordinates.

c.

It helps to prevent subordinates from taking on too much responsibility and becoming overwhelmed.

d.

It prevents subordinates from learning about jobs that are normally handled at a higher level.

Discuss
Answer: (a).It improves a subordinate's experience and gives senior managers additional time to concentrate on jobs that require their attention. Explanation:Delegation gives subordinates an opportunity to learn about jobs normally handled at a higher level and thus improves their experience. It also gives senior managers additional time to concentrate on jobs which require their attention.
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